The nurse who suffers an accidental needle stick following administration of an intramuscular injection to a patient anticipates that facility protocol will suggest immediate treatment with which type of immunotherapy?
a. IgM
b. IgD
c. Ig A
d. IgG
D
IgG is frequently given to provide passive immunity until the body's own immune system can defend itself; therefore, it would most likely be a component of a health care facility's initial treatment protocol for accidental needle sticks. IgM, IgD, and IgA would not be indicated.
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